Raiden Shogun’s Kitchen Catastrophe: Why Inazuma’s Electro Archon Can’t Cook To Save Her Life
Ever tried giving Raiden Shogun a spatula in Genshin Impact? Go on, try it. Did you get the amusing message: “This character cannot cook”? That’s right. The powerful Raiden Shogun lacks any kitchen skills. She’s no better than a hilichurl doing math.
The Mystery of the Munchie-less Archon
In Genshin, most characters can cook a dish. Raiden Shogun can’t. Why not? Let’s explore. The Raiden Shogun isn’t the *true* Ei. Think of her as Ei’s emotionless puppet. This puppet’s only purpose is to seek eternity. No cooking program is installed.
Ei herself might not be a cooking expert. Recall her story quest? No burning ramen is seen, but no gourmet meals either. Maybe eternity leaves no time for soufflés. Some think Ei *can* cook, unlike her puppet. Perhaps cooking skills exist only in Ei’s human form.
Let’s not forget the Traveler either. Aether or Lumine saves Teyvat. Still, they can’t fry an egg in-game. Perhaps heroes lack the time for cooking lessons.
Raiden Shogun: More Machine Than Michelin Star
The Raiden Shogun resembles a machine, not a god. Her personality lacks warmth. She’s cold and monotonous. Sure, she’s built for eternity, not for checking pancake fluffiness. Ei shows more life. She laughs and feels emotions. It’s a classic robot versus creator dynamic.
Despite her cooking flaws, Raiden Shogun excels in battle. She serves as a sub-DPS with great battery capabilities. Her skill, Transcendence: Baleful Omen, delivers high Electro damage. Her damage scales well with Energy Recharge (ER) and Resolve. Aim for about 200-220% ER for solo Electro play. You’ll see impressive numbers, even if she can’t cook.
Fun fact: Raiden Shogun enjoys sweets. Ironic, right? The woman who cannot cook craves desserts. Maybe Paimon brings them to her… just kidding (mostly).
The God of Cooking Who Isn’t Raiden (Spoiler: It’s a Bear)
If Raiden isn’t the cooking god, then who is? Enter Guoba! Yes, the adorable bear who loves chili peppers. Guoba was once Marchosius, the God of the Stove. Talk about a downgrade—now he’s Xiangling’s cute, fire-breathing friend. However, he carries the cooking god title.
Paimon: The Emergency Food… or Not?
Let’s touch the famous Genshin meme: Paimon as emergency food. The internet has (darkly humorous) recipes about cooking her. Long simmering times and sweet flowers, of course. But remember: Paimon is your loyal guide, not food. She’s alive and talkative, not the Unknown God despite wild theories.
Raiden’s Past and Peculiar Relationships
Raiden’s backstory holds twists. Her twin sister Makoto was the first Electro Archon. They won the Archon War together. After Makoto’s death, Ei took over Beelzebul. Speculations suggest Makoto might represent “dreams” or “truth,” complicating Inazuma’s lore.
Then there’s Scaramouche, Raiden’s prototype puppet. Abandoned by Ei, he hates god and humanity alike. Ei sealed his powers and hid him away. She named him Kunikuzushi, meaning “Nation Destroyer.” A dramatic name hinting at potential chaos.
And the Archon rivalry! Raiden Shogun doesn’t favor Venti, seeing him as unworthy. Perhaps his “freedom” philosophy clashes with her rigid control of eternity. Archon drama beats reality TV any day.
Raiden: Thunder, Lightning, and… Cookware?
Did you know “Raiden” means “thunder and lightning” in Japanese? Fits! In mythology, Raijin, or Raiden-sama, represents these elements. It’s a strong name throughout cultures and games. Even Mortal Kombat has a Raiden, the God of Thunder. He plays a mentor role but can be ruthless too.
Now, for an amusing tidbit: Shogun also refers to a cookware brand. Is Shogun cookware safe? Yes, made of cast aluminum with non-stick Swiss coating. Brands like Calphalon are safe too. Just don’t seek cooking advice from Raiden Shogun.
So there you have it. Raiden Shogun: powerful Electro Archon, great warrior, poor cook. But who needs cooking skills when summoning lightning and seeking eternity?
